Valgrymr's Homebrew.

Game Master Valegrim

Lost in the Winter wild with hordes of ghouls, gnolls and Giant Kin on a rampage joined by other agents of chaos. Band of Northmen freedom fighters seek to survive and save their clans.


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Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

Dark elf:
You recongnise her professed title as similar to that of a cousin to the elven king; position as that of grand marshal; you do not recognise her name or family; sounds like her name is more a title than a name as it conveys hope in the future.


any race any class or level

the head of a golden elf appears in the sky about 15 ft up; the head is about 5ft in diameter; it speaks with elven eloquence; each of you hear him in your home tounge.

"Ah; I was wondering to whom little Beatrice was bandying my name about to; how are you little girl; and who are these; heroes I suppose; interesting; this juxaposition is aligned well as they are in good timing if they act quickly with a strike by a heroic group to save a dwarven homeland far to the east.

Hereos; I am your Emperor; Sebastion is the name; well actually this is only a remote conjuration of my face; but I can see and hear you; ah; look; a cat person wizard; greetingly mageling; you are welcome in the schools of the Empire; report to any Imperial school and you will be accepted and trained in the finest quality attainable. Sigh; running with so called divine parasites I see; ah well; no one is perfect; greetings Elven cousin; Prince of you clan I see; well; tell me your name and I shall have you entered into the lists of nobility at your Princely rank; the five clan kings of dark elves have bowed their knee to me; all surface elfs bow their head to me; the seven remaining dwarven kings bow their knee to me; and most human kingdoms; yes even you Egyptian; your Pharoah dines at my table this eve as he has the last seven; the war against the Snakes is upon us; rally and fight well.

It is well that you fight here; the Roman legions will be needed soon and I can hardly tell them to leave their houses undefended; settle this matter quickly that they may fight the true opponent.

well; my time is short; I will be watching you and you have my blessing; hmm; Acorn; are you still following around this Priestess; though her diety and I are on good terms and I bear it no ill will; you my dear could be so much more; speak my name thrice and to me you shall come; I have need of your skills; perhaps I should send my roving ambassador to check upon you all from time to time; well;

hmm; interesting; you know I dont like Greece very much; having once been prisoner here for many millenia; ah; till that fatefull day when the wounded Kojan freed me of slumbering captivity.

well; start your distraction here soon my friends; it will help the heroes fighting in several other places if the coalition of evil has another thorn in their backside.

fulfill your task and I will grant thee full imperial citizenship.

an elven prince should not be attired so; come to any imperial city son of Lolth; and you shall be properly attired to you rank.

be fearless; be strong; you are fighting for the good of all; your Emperor is with you.

curious; the things that go on in this camp; ah well.

he dissappears.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

if anyone wanted to do any sensory or other stuff during that random encounter; you can still do it.

the Emperor appears fairly youthful; but his eyes convey worry many thoughts; worry and a bit of madness though he appears very relaxed and somewhat casual. None of you have ever seen a Golden Elf before; Egyptians with ancient history can roll if you have it.

The Exchange

Me - male; my characters - usually female Depends which day it is 20th Level Metalhead
Valegrim wrote:
as for his request; make a wisdom roll pls

Wisdom Roll (1d20+3=11)


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

You realize that he means that the knife only have sentient blood on it; doesnt require death and it can be willingly given so as not to break the vow of non violence.

Nightwish wrote:
Valegrim wrote:
as for his request; make a wisdom roll pls
Wisdom Roll (1d20+3=11)


Emperorer Sebastian wrote:
he disappears.

<Blink. Blink.>

"Mwrowr?!?"

Still staring at where the giant image of the face was, Kemnebi quietly says. "I think my life may have been even more sheltered than I thought."

He looks to the others, his eyes wide in amazement.

"Was that really,...?"

"Is he really,...?"

"Is the orb as big as they say? Does it really,...?"

"Is it really powerful enough to,...?"

He finally seems to run down. Or maybe he just ran out of half-questions. He stares at the recently vacated space with a rapt expression.

"Mwr-wow-r! The potential! To train at the Emperor's universities! I could triple my knowledge in a year!,..." HE slowly realizes that others are staring at him. HE returns his focus to the group with an embarrassed air. "Erm,... Sorry, that was,... pretty amazing. At least to me. WHere were we? Ah, right! Lorm! Well, he MAY have once been dedicated to lawfulness and good. But I've always considered that your actions define you better than words ever could. He may have done terrible things with the best of intentions, but if he still did terrible things, then he is not a 'good' man by any definition that I have ever read. I shall try to not make the same mistakes that he seems to have made."

"I'm sure that I'll make plenty of my own." He adds with a wry smile.


M Human (Greek) Paladin of Athena 5 7/ Knight of Athens 4 6

Astinos sits silently as he listens to the Oracle's naration, deep in thought and obviously perturbed.

"Ares is the opposite of my bright Lady, who live through the greatness of her power and the true nobility of righteos cause. I will not see his chaos and wanton destruction unleashed upon this world if I can help it."

He looks at what would be the Oracle's eyes, "Rest assured that your nephew will be salvaged and brought to the light. Through us he will learn nobility, I will prsonally teach the child the meaning of Justice, of Honor and the glory of protecting those weaker than himself."

He looks around at his companions, Acorn, and at last back to the oracle "With what we face and the enemies that lay in wait, I think we would all agree to accept your blessing, that we may begin our mission at once. Each moment we waste, the world's peril grows."

He is silent as The Emperor speaks, only nodding.

As the image vanishes he gathers his shield, standing up with the need to act. "The Fates clear the path before us. Providence is our ally. Great is our support. Now is the time to act my brothers, now is the time to strike, to bring our light to bear, and plunge it deep into the heart of darkness. What say you? Shall we show these Godkillers what lies in the hearts of mortal men?!?! I say this night the tide turns. They know our plans, they prepare for our arrival, I say let them trembe at our approach! Let them crawl deeper into the darkness as the run from the light!!!


Male Drow 5th lvl Fighter/2 Order of the Bow (Crossbow) Initiate

I keep my tongue only til the vision leaves. I then shake my head looking at Kemnebi. Is this the Emperor to whom this Lorm serves?

I too will assist you in your plight great Oracle. My greatest concern about present company is I fear none of us know how to raise a child. Much less one of divine birth. The most important thing about being a child is childhood. He will need that freedom to grow and experience. Learn about love, compassion, and wonder. If he stays with us he will grow up to soon. He will need a mothers arms.

As much as I want to jump up an act Astinos. I do believe Kemnebi, and Zuberi have questions. As do I. But it is not the time for mine. We must also await Namaste to rejoin us. We do not know if she has any questions to ask.


Male Drow 5th lvl Fighter/2 Order of the Bow (Crossbow) Initiate

I wish to share an old saying told to me.

"Kings and Queens rule, Emperors conquer."

Considering how he bragged how many Nations are bending knee to him.

Just want you all to keep that in mind.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

the Prophetess sighs; I must say; his offer is valid; good and true; he doesnt have to lie; never does because he doesnt have to; if he says you are welcome at his anything; believe it; you are probably already enrolled; I imagine even now his ruling wizard caste is seeking out your family; friends and mentors to build a profile of you to match you up with a partner and promote your education.

knowing your going to make mistakes is wise; being crippled by that fear and not being able to make a choice is foolish; even deadly.

Kemnebi 'Djal Ibenbast' wrote:
Emperorer Sebastian wrote:
he disappears.

<Blink. Blink.>

"Mwrowr?!?"

Still staring at where the giant image of the face was, Kemnebi quietly says. "I think my life may have been even more sheltered than I thought."

He looks to the others, his eyes wide in amazement.

"Was that really,...?"

"Is he really,...?"

"Is the orb as big as they say? Does it really,...?"

"Is it really powerful enough to,...?"

He finally seems to run down. Or maybe he just ran out of half-questions. He stares at the recently vacated space with a rapt expression.

"Mwr-wow-r! The potential! To train at the Emperor's universities! I could triple my knowledge in a year!,..." HE slowly realizes that others are staring at him. HE returns his focus to the group with an embarrassed air. "Erm,... Sorry, that was,... pretty amazing. At least to me. WHere were we? Ah, right! Lorm! Well, he MAY have once been dedicated to lawfulness and good. But I've always considered that your actions define you better than words ever could. He may have done terrible things with the best of intentions, but if he still did terrible things, then he is not a 'good' man by any definition that I have ever read. I shall try to not make the same mistakes that he seems to have made."

"I'm sure that I'll make plenty of my own." He adds with a wry smile.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

<lol, I feel like cheering; putting on my armor and marching off with you; hehe well done> - gm

Astinos wrote:

Astinos sits silently as he listens to the Oracle's naration, deep in thought and obviously perturbed.

"Ares is the opposite of my bright Lady, who live through the greatness of her power and the true nobility of righteos cause. I will not see his chaos and wanton destruction unleashed upon this world if I can help it."

He looks at what would be the Oracle's eyes, "Rest assured that your nephew will be salvaged and brought to the light. Through us he will learn nobility, I will prsonally teach the child the meaning of Justice, of Honor and the glory of protecting those weaker than himself."

He looks around at his companions, Acorn, and at last back to the oracle "With what we face and the enemies that lay in wait, I think we would all agree to accept your blessing, that we may begin our mission at once. Each moment we waste, the world's peril grows."

He is silent as The Emperor speaks, only nodding.

As the image vanishes he gathers his shield, standing up with the need to act. "The Fates clear the path before us. Providence is our ally. Great is our support. Now is the time to act my brothers, now is the time to strike, to bring our light to bear, and plunge it deep into the heart of darkness. What say you? Shall we show these Godkillers what lies in the hearts of mortal men?!?! I say this night the tide turns. They know our plans, they prepare for our arrival, I say let them trembe at our approach! Let them crawl deeper into the darkness as the run from the light!!!


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

Beware friend Astinos, Darkness and Light are brother and sister; in the same family; hate not one and love the other; mistake not darkness for evil; for even some flowers blume in the dark, the wee herbovores come out in darkness to feed and frolic, I appreciate your zeal; but crush not the darkness out of spite the world would be greatly unpleasant if light abounded everywhere at all times; balance my friends; certainly our enemies which to snuff out the sun and bring darkness; but if those who worshipped the light did the same with light; the world would still be a sorry place.

ah; I see Acorn rolling her eyes; I spoke too much and ruined the moment; but words turn into actions; I felt the need to teach.
Let darkness be you friend also; as darkness is brother to sister light.
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Astinos wrote:

Astinos sits silently as he listens to the Oracle's naration, deep in thought and obviously perturbed.

"Ares is the opposite of my bright Lady, who live through the greatness of her power and the true nobility of righteos cause. I will not see his chaos and wanton destruction unleashed upon this world if I can help it."

He looks at what would be the Oracle's eyes, "Rest assured that your nephew will be salvaged and brought to the light. Through us he will learn nobility, I will prsonally teach the child the meaning of Justice, of Honor and the glory of protecting those weaker than himself."

He looks around at his companions, Acorn, and at last back to the oracle "With what we face and the enemies that lay in wait, I think we would all agree to accept your blessing, that we may begin our mission at once. Each moment we waste, the world's peril grows."

He is silent as The Emperor speaks, only nodding.

As the image vanishes he gathers his shield, standing up with the need to act. "The Fates clear the path before us. Providence is our ally. Great is our support. Now is the time to act my brothers, now is the time to strike, to bring our light to bear, and plunge it deep into the heart of darkness. What say you? Shall we show these Godkillers what lies in the hearts of mortal men?!?! I say this night the tide turns. They know our plans, they prepare for our arrival, I say let them trembe at our approach! Let them crawl deeper into the darkness as the run from the light!!!


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

The Oracle adds:

The Emperor is many things, but consider this; the world is on the brink of extinction, the forces of evil are many moves ahead and the side of good is lost and fractured; the Emperor may not be the best person to retore the world; but he is the only one who can do it; he is powerful; respected; and has brought order and purpose to millions; all have a voice; and all move to save the world; yes, I believe him mad; even somewhat insane; after all; who would want the job of saving the world; would you like to be he who decides how to fight a five front war on this world; incursions from several other planes; with the nine border planes to ours in civil war; as our world goes; so does their which are mirror to ours. Only an insane person would want the pressure and responsibility to lead all the fractured forces on this world.

Yes; I am his advocate until someone better presents himself; but who and when; we are dying now; we need someone now.

Consider this my friends; High Corellion, prime diety of the Elves spoke thus " Sebastion is Emperor, thus as ordained has he the jewel of his fathers, The Orb of Empire, all elves shall follow his rule as was ordained before the Sundering; what once was will come again; it shall come by his hand; thus spake I Corellion"

thus spake Frey the Outsider; Viking diety of Sunshine and Elves "That alliance that was in time of the doom of the snakes; is now bound again; thus shall all men serve the Elven Emperor of old" the realms of valhalla did open and pour forth a million glorified viking warriors.

Thus spake Moridin; the Soul Forger; after silent conference with Silent Dumanthion: "Sebastion is Emperor; we of the earth shall be the Doom of the ancient enemy; the Dwarven races shall honor our alliance as of old to the Emperor; let the Standard of Isledor be found and raised again as the standard of mutual desire. Thus I seek a boon from all; Each race; each people shall give over a measure of warriors to Dumathions charge to retore that which has been corrupted; lest all other battles come anon; the Sleepers MUST NOT AWAKEN" Correlion added "let it be so" Frey added "let it be so" Ra, Isis, and Ptah appeared in the circle of gods around the Emperor and thus spake Ra: " we too honor the ancient pact: Phao-e-roh; thus it is said; thou shalt honor the High King Sebastion; the ancient enemy is returned; Seek your the Tablet of Osiris; The Green Man must walk again lest all be lost as has been written and ordained. And Thus did Moradin breath upon the earth and a thousand thousand of dwarves did awaken in full dwarven plate;

thus did the basso song of dwarves combine with human and elven tougues; where once there were a few hundred thousand wretched souls; now had one million Egyptian warriors; one million viking warriors; one million dwarven warrior; and the great host of the elves.

Thus spake ancient Ptah: the Sleepers are restless; thier dreams walk upon the waters now; we are not in a time of choosing; know you that those Items of Phrophesy are moving in the world; have we not all felt the tremendous step of Thunderfoot; have we not felt the heavons sundered from Storm helm; even yon - he gestures to Balinor, have we not trembled at the strength of the Titans band; thus do the Golimax gather in waiting for battle; remember yon three yeas ago when Balinor held four items of prophesy and thus the Pick of Ages did set a course of destiny? All those who serve me; shall ally directly with the priests of Dumathion; I go to watch He Who Dwells in the Center that none disturb his sleep. Bright Mother and Dark Father watch over us; the time of correction is upon us; pray all that we survive it.

and thus spake Sebastion: Elves here me; thus all hear me; (and with the Empiral Orb spinning over his head did they all hear) This war with our Drow brother and sisters must end; our war against our many enemies will be fought in the air; on the land; in the sea and in the dark caves underground; an amnisty of all elves and all elf hatred shall cease by Imperial decree; welcome our Drow back to the fold; know yea Lolth is dead; she that I have been told seduced our brothers and sisters and corrupted and stole the Standard of Isledor; Know yea that it is a time for the Betrayer of Blood to be redeamed; all elves shall stand together; equal in eyes of Imperial Law. Now; all of yea are Imperial citizens; let all be entered into the registry; Orb; Make it so.
and the great Imperial Orb; did pulse and all present were added to the Orbs conscience knowledge. I ws there; I am part of the Empire; I can through the Orb speak to any Imperial Citizen with but a focused thought; I now know exactly what time it is as does every citizen; and the Orb is linked to the Emperor.

Think yea Llevnoc, that yea can withstand the Judgement of the Orb? Have you been trained to direct billions in battle as has the Emperor since birth? He bring order at a fearsome price, but also can he and his generals; captians; and heroes direct all things in harmony through the Orb.

consider this well before you ignore the Empire. When did this happen; not but four months ago on the soil of the southern continent at the Well of Life; our fledgeling empire is fresh as a newborn babe; but has a long arm and sharp claws. In Sebastion Empire; any who know magic; either that of the mind or intellect; such as wizard; sorcerers and mind mages; they are automatically nobles of standing. We of divine use; are of much lesser standing; well, most; some of us like myself and Balfic Graa are of more special standing.


Male Human (Egyptian) Dragonfire Adept 2/ Draconic ECL 1/ Duskblade 2

Before reaching the Oracle…

As they walked Zuberi spoke with Caledon

“what news have you of the group of Greeks that Aeneaus sent to find the Hero named Achilles?”


Fast forwarding…

After Acorn had been detained by the Priestess, Zuberi quietly bent down and picked up the throw weapons He remained silent learning all he could, for it’s the silent voice that allows the mind to hear all.

When it was appropriate and Acorn had recovered, Zuberi rose and returned her weapons back to her.

<elven>“I believe these belong to you, I figured you’d want them back” he says in a polite manner as he offers the weapons to Acorn. “That was an exemplary display of skill you performed. Is there perhaps any chance you would be willing to teach such skill to another? I would be honored to learn such a technique and maneuver. Perhaps when there is more time and war is not at hand we could discuss it further.” he adds warmly</elven>

without knowing all the details of your world Val, I’ll say that Zuberi has just made the slightest hint of an interest in Acorn


Valegrim wrote:
Beware friend Astinos, Darkness and Light are brother and sister; in the same family; hate not one and love the other; mistake not darkness for evil; for even some flowers blume in the dark, the wee herbovores come out in darkness to feed and frolic, I appreciate your zeal; but crush not the darkness out of spite the world would be greatly unpleasant if light abounded everywhere at all times; balance my friends; certainly our enemies which to snuff out the sun and bring darkness; but if those who worshipped the light did the same with light; the world would still be a sorry place.

“Your words of wisdom strength my resolve Priestess, for I too believe in the dualistic nature which binds all.”

Though not required, Zuberi kneels down on one knee and slightly bows his head down

“What I ask of thee is not for myself Priestess. What guidance can you give onto me so that I may better serve the Roman Prince. What knowledge may I pass onto him so that he may strike a decisive blow against the dark lord he opposes, who’s name I’ll not speak in your presence or in this holy place.”

“This dark lord is the great uncle of the Roman Prince and believed to be a Lich or a Death Knight, but it has been difficult in obtaining such information about this dark ones nature, as I believe those whom have learned the truth have never lived to speak of it.”

“While such knowledge may seem trivial in the face of all we are faced with, it would give us more insight about our enemy.”

“I believe we’ve encounter one of our enemies shortly before we were called to your presence, would you know what I speak of?”

“As it is known that the Cabal of undead wish to blot out the sun, how is it best to use their own zeal against them? I believe if we can separate them, it will make dealing with them much easier and thus weakening them all as a whole. It is the very same age old practice that these horsemen have taken in slaying the gods. What lure could we use to accomplish this?”

“What must be done to have the seal of the Old Ones restored?”

please ignore the last question in the event we won’t have knowledge it, or let me now if a roll is required


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD
Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:

Before reaching the Oracle…

As they walked Zuberi spoke with Caledon

“what news have you of the group of Greeks that Aeneaus sent to find the Hero named Achilles?”

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he is here; hidden as a servant by his mother; some portent of doom. he is with the servants of the temple disquised as a girl.
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Fast forwarding…

After Acorn had been detained by the Priestess, Zuberi quietly bent down and picked up the throw weapons He remained silent learning all he could, for it’s the silent voice that allows the mind to hear all.

When it was appropriate and Acorn had recovered, Zuberi rose and returned her weapons back to her.

<elven>“I believe these belong to you, I figured you’d want them back” he says in a polite manner as he offers the weapons to Acorn. “That was an exemplary display of skill you performed. Is there perhaps any chance you would be willing to teach such skill to another? I would be honored to learn such a technique and maneuver. Perhaps when there is more time and war is not at hand we could discuss it further.” he adds warmly</elven>

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she looks at you gravely; "perhaps"

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without knowing all the details of your world Val, I’ll say that Zuberi has just made the slightest hint of an interest in Acorn


Valegrim wrote:
Beware friend Astinos, Darkness and Light are brother and sister; in the same family; hate not one and love the other; mistake not darkness for evil; for even some flowers blume in the dark, the wee herbovores come out in darkness to feed and frolic, I appreciate your zeal; but crush not the darkness out of spite the world would be greatly unpleasant if light abounded everywhere at all times; balance my friends; certainly our enemies which to snuff out the sun and bring darkness; but if those who worshipped the light did the same with light; the world would still be a sorry place.

“Your words of wisdom strength my resolve Priestess, for I too believe in the dualistic nature which binds all.”

Though not required, Zuberi kneels down on one knee and slightly bows his head down

“What I ask of thee is not for myself Priestess. What guidance can...


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

the Oracle response, be at peace and speak thy will?


Male Human (Egyptian) Dragonfire Adept 2/ Draconic ECL 1/ Duskblade 2

Valegrim wrote:
None of you have ever seen a Golden Elf before; Egyptians with ancient history can roll if you have it.

Knowledge (Ancient History)=15, I rolled figuring that taking 10 (yielding 19) wouldn’t be enough.


Valegrim wrote:
Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:

Before reaching the Oracle…

As they walked Zuberi spoke with Caledon

“what news have you of the group of Greeks that Aeneaus sent to find the Hero named Achilles?”

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he is here; hidden as a servant by his mother; some portent of doom. he is with the servants of the temple disguised as a girl.

“His mother? Whom might she be? Is the disguise created by magic? And if so, by whom, his or hers? Is there some disguising feature by which I may recognize this Achilles?”


Valegrim wrote:
the Oracle response, be at peace and speak thy will?

Zuberi lifted his head slightly and said “Priestess?” the questioning cord clearly ringing through in his voice. He had already asked all he dare to but perhaps her vision was even greater than what he could see in himself. Yes, there was more to ask

“If the Emperor Sebastion”, Zuberi began to say as he intentional spoken the name for a varied of reasons, but there were just two main he did so. The first was to see if any whom spoke his name could draw his attention, the second being that he wanted the Emperor to hear his words even if he didn’t appear again.

“bears this Imperial Orb of Power upon his brow, then I would ask, were there any other items of power created eons past to battle these ancient evils?”

“while my arm would surely crush any of the mundane walking dead, it is another matter altogether in protecting a divine child if were to be confronted by any whom would hold power enough to do him harm, such as the horsemen or the Cabal of undead.”

He waits a bit before preceeding to be sure that by now had the Emperor been listening, that his attention would by now be drawn elsewhere since he did not linger long during his previous manifestation.

“I would also ask if you may shed some light on some other events which I’ve recently learned of”, Zuberi then repeats what he had learned from Caledon about the titanic event which shook the earth and darken the sky and so forth...

“What can you tell us of the two Titans whom journeyed toward the Valley of the Ancients, and what lies within this Valley. Could there be something that lies within that could aid our cause? Or was there something there which they’ve already claimed?”

“What of this madness of the emperors joy at the death of the deities of mankind?”

“By what acts can we cause the greater gods to take a more active role to prevent any of the lesser gods from being slain or in bearing some might against this destroyer?”

“I do understand the primal nature of change Priestess, and so I already know that this destroyer can never truly hope to hold all in darkness indefinitely. For within the darkness a new and stronger light would dawn and mark a rebirth. It is the order of things, is it not.”

“but if it is within our power to assist and see that such a thing does not happen in our lifetime then I say as Astinos has already spoken.”

“there is one other matter at hand Priestess, and if fitting I would ask it of you as well. There is one named Achilles whom Aeneaus has previously sent a group of adventures to find. I would ask for what purpose does Aeneaus seek him, and what impending doom has caused him to go into hiding?”

Zuberi then glances over to Acorn as he believes the deific child is Acorn and possibly the hero Achilles as well.

Zuberi waits but a moment then slowly stands as if performing some spiritual ritual and looks directly at Acorn. He places an outstretched arm to her and says

“Come with us and let us be your guide. Through our diverse group and our experiences you will learn true love, honor, friendship, and all of those things of creation that sentient races seek that are worthwhile. That and even more of which the Priestess has asked of us.”

Zuberi had made sure to repeat the Priestess words to show that he had indeed heard and understood the meaning behind them


Female Kalashtar (Eberon Campaign Setting p. 16) Psion 6 (7 when imp is within one mile)

Sorry, a busy work schedule, and a day out to help a friend move, have kept me away from the game of late.

This is not the sort of thing that one could easily ask of a complete stranger, nor even of a friend, but fearing that she doesn't have the time to rejoin the others at the Oracle and ask one of them to make the sacrifice, she can only turn to the bard, little more than a stranger himself. He can easily see that she is distraught over whatever it was that she had heard.

"Please, I know that you don't know me well, but I have a great favor to ask of you. This is a friend who has contacted me - no, more than a friend, but one who had my heart at one time - and I can sense that he is in great pain. He tells me that those who have kept him prisoner are willing to let him speak his thoughts to me, but they require a boon - the blood of a sentient upon a small blade, to be run through my hand to mingle with my own blood. It can be freely given, just a few drops. He tells me that what he has to tell me, to tell us, is of dire importance. Perhaps I think more with my heart than my head, but I believe him. Can you help me?"


Kemnebi has been standing to the side, thinking, as the conversation continued around him. The recent tales and revelations of the priestess/oracle, not to mention the manifestation of the Emperor's brief visit, has obviously given him much to think about. He seemed to be having difficulty coming to grips with something.

IN fact, he was trying to figure out what to ask the Oracle himself, and how best to phrase it, when the import and meaning of the warrior's questions penetrated his distracted thoughts. His eyes wide, he held his breath waiting to see if the warrior's insight proved to be vorpal-sharp.

'Could he be correct? It can't be that easy, can it?!? I thought that the Oracle said the child awaited us in the place where we were heading. Possibly as a prisoner. Though I suppose that this COULD be the hero in disguise that he is searching for.' He hastily whispered to his familiar in their private tongue, eyes still on the warrior with the outstretched arm before him.

'Oh, anything is possible.' His feline companion replied haughtily. Cryptically revealing nothing while hinting at everything. Just like she and most cats always tended to do. 'Though personally,' She continued, 'I don't think that your new companion's wits are quite as sharp as his sword. Though I have been wrong before,... once.' She admitted with a feline sniff.

'I'm far more interested in what's bothering you love.' The cat continued, batting at his ear because she knew it bugged him. 'WHy don't you tell me what your going to ask the Oracle. I can feel the questions burning in your mind.'

Kemnebi batted the paw away from his ear in irritation, trying to focus on the drama unfolding before him. 'I'm thinking, I'm thinking!'


Male Changeling (looking like an Elf) 5 Rogue 1 Fighter

After seeing the other two off I turn toward Caran and say "I am going down to the bazaar to see if there any way for us to gain magical aid in not eating or drinking in the area we are headed. Ill get some extras if I am able. as well as for your companion." With that I turn away and go to the bazaar.
Here are some rolls to look for any items of magic that would have us not need to eat or drink for extended periods of time. ill use the slight of hand and the intimidate only if the other skills dont work or specifically for the slight of hand if I have found some items and the person is asking way to much and is not willing to haggle.
Bluff 33=19+14(8 ranks + 4 stats + 2 mis)
Gather info 14=6+8(4 ranks + 4 stats + 0 mis)
Diplomacy 28=20+8(0 ranks + 4 stats + 4 mis)
Sense Motive 28=12+16(8 ranks + 4 stats + 4 mis)
Slight of Hand 27=17+10(4 ranks + 4 stats + 2 mis)
Spot 21=10+11(8 ranks + 3 stats + 0 mis)
Use Magic Device 20=12+8(4 ranks + 4 stats + 0 mis)
Intimidate 17=11+6(0 ranks + 4 stats + 2 mis)
When I am done ether getting some items for the 5 of us plus 2 or 3 more depending on cost and what moneys i have ill head back to the oracles chambers.


Male Drow 5th lvl Fighter/2 Order of the Bow (Crossbow) Initiate

Looking at the Oracle, and trying to judge the responses from those around me, as I begin to speak slowly. Sense Motive d20 18+3=21 You spoke wonderfully, and my heart did leap at its telling. Though I do have my questions. The Elfin God who spoke did not speak for all elves. Nor did the few Human Gods speak for all humans. You said so yourself you would pick a better alternative if one could be found for Emperor. Are there not others who wish the same? I know I am young. I do not have the training necessary to hold such an item. But one can learn. So how does one get such instruction? Where must one go? He cannot be the only choice we have. There must be options. Others. My voice is firm and clear. No sound of doubt or fear.


M Human (Greek) Paladin of Athena 5 7/ Knight of Athens 4 6

Astinos doesn't try to hide the narrowing of his eyes. You realize that that single comment has ensured that he will be watching you very closely from now on.

He looks to Acorn for her reaction but remains silent.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

wow; terrible roll; but it happens; you have a thought you heard something once about this; but can't remember what; irritating; but, you may reroll if you speak to another historian or get more information.

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Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:
Valegrim wrote:
None of you have ever seen a Golden Elf before; Egyptians with ancient history can roll if you have it.

Knowledge (Ancient History)=15, I rolled figuring that taking 10 (yielding 19) wouldn’t be enough.


Valegrim wrote:
Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:

Before reaching the Oracle…

As they walked Zuberi spoke with Caledon

“what news have you of the group of Greeks that Aeneaus sent to find the Hero named Achilles?”

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he is here; hidden as a servant by his mother; some portent of doom. he is with the servants of the temple disguised as a girl.

“His mother? Whom might she be? Is the disguise created by magic? And if so, by whom, his or hers? Is there some disguising feature by which I may recognize this Achilles?”
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I know not her name; hence, i have not found him or her; I dont believe they are hidden with magic as that could be checked for by some means; I believe the disguise to be mundane, yet clever. I know of no feature; he is said to be comely among humans and lacking in facial hair; hence, can pass as a female; thus, I believe his hiding place is among the virgins. His mother is said to have been bedded by a Grecian/Romanus diety; thus, he could hide among them without incurring their wrath.

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Valegrim wrote:
the Oracle response, be at peace and speak thy will?

Zuberi lifted his head slightly and said “Priestess?” the questioning cord clearly ringing through in his voice. He had already asked all he dare to but perhaps her vision was even greater than what he could see in himself. Yes, there was more to ask

“If the Emperor Sebastion”, Zuberi began to say as he intentional spoken the name for a varied of reasons, but there were just two main he did so. The first was to see if any whom spoke his name could draw his attention, the second being that he wanted the Emperor to hear his words even if he didn’t appear again.
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gm, I dont quite understand this paragraph...
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“bears this Imperial Orb of Power upon his brow, then I would ask, were there any other items of power created eons past to battle these ancient evils?”
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(the orb circles his head; it is about 3' in diameter and glows different colores)

Yes, there are several; but knowledge is power and each of them powerful with their own purposes.
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“while my arm would surely crush any of the mundane walking dead, it is another matter altogether in protecting a divine child if were to be confronted by any whom would hold power enough to do him harm, such as the horsemen or the Cabal of undead.”

He waits a bit before preceeding to be sure that by now had the...

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please continue... she says.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

NP; I was on vacation for a week; am back and catching up; we are gonna be a bit casual during this month; I expect lots of peeps will do family things. Np; all post as you can.
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the bard looks you in the eyes; deeply, you find it a bit disturbing at the sheer wild intimacy of his stare. "I hear you; I hear your need without lust or woe; only the need of a pure heart." he takes a out a black knife; it looks like chipped glass (you may roll if you have any skills about weaponmaking or stonework); it cuts along his arm about a 6 inch cut; it begins to bleed; it mingles with the leather, furs and bones he wears; it begins to drip; he holds it out to you while chanting something under his breath.

What do you do?

Namaste wrote:

Sorry, a busy work schedule, and a day out to help a friend move, have kept me away from the game of late.

This is not the sort of thing that one could easily ask of a complete stranger, nor even of a friend, but fearing that she doesn't have the time to rejoin the others at the Oracle and ask one of them to make the sacrifice, she can only turn to the bard, little more than a stranger himself. He can easily see that she is distraught over whatever it was that she had heard.

"Please, I know that you don't know me well, but I have a great favor to ask of you. This is a friend who has contacted me - no, more than a friend, but one who had my heart at one time - and I can sense that he is in great pain. He tells me that those who have kept him prisoner are willing to let him speak his thoughts to me, but they require a boon - the blood of a sentient upon a small blade, to be run through my hand to mingle with my own blood. It can be freely given, just a few drops. He tells me that what he has to tell me, to tell us, is of dire importance. Perhaps I think more with my heart than my head, but I believe him. Can you help me?"


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

You can tell you familiar is also a bit distracted; seems to be wondering a lot if any spies like snakes are listening in even here...

Namaste wrote:

Sorry, a busy work schedule, and a day out to help a friend move, have kept me away from the game of late.

This is not the sort of thing that one could easily ask of a complete stranger, nor even of a friend, but fearing that she doesn't have the time to rejoin the others at the Oracle and ask one of them to make the sacrifice, she can only turn to the bard, little more than a stranger himself. He can easily see that she is distraught over whatever it was that she had heard.

"Please, I know that you don't know me well, but I have a great favor to ask of you. This is a friend who has contacted me - no, more than a friend, but one who had my heart at one time - and I can sense that he is in great pain. He tells me that those who have kept him prisoner are willing to let him speak his thoughts to me, but they require a boon - the blood of a sentient upon a small blade, to be run through my hand to mingle with my own blood. It can be freely given, just a few drops. He tells me that what he has to tell me, to tell us, is of dire importance. Perhaps I think more with my heart than my head, but I believe him. Can you help me?"


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

The bazaar is a very poor collection of things of this nature; only some food stuffs and weapons; you find nothing that can help you stave off hunger or thirst.

ThoronHen wrote:

After seeing the other two off I turn toward Caran and say "I am going down to the bazaar to see if there any way for us to gain magical aid in not eating or drinking in the area we are headed. Ill get some extras if I am able. as well as for your companion." With that I turn away and go to the bazaar.

Here are some rolls to look for any items of magic that would have us not need to eat or drink for extended periods of time. ill use the slight of hand and the intimidate only if the other skills dont work or specifically for the slight of hand if I have found some items and the person is asking way to much and is not willing to haggle.
Bluff 33=19+14(8 ranks + 4 stats + 2 mis)
Gather info 14=6+8(4 ranks + 4 stats + 0 mis)
Diplomacy 28=20+8(0 ranks + 4 stats + 4 mis)
Sense Motive 28=12+16(8 ranks + 4 stats + 4 mis)
Slight of Hand 27=17+10(4 ranks + 4 stats + 2 mis)
Spot 21=10+11(8 ranks + 3 stats + 0 mis)
Use Magic Device 20=12+8(4 ranks + 4 stats + 0 mis)
Intimidate 17=11+6(0 ranks + 4 stats + 2 mis)
When I am done ether getting some items for the 5 of us plus 2 or 3 more depending on cost and what moneys i have ill head back to the oracles chambers.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

For the side of Law; there are three; for the side of Chaos; there are 12; for the side of Good; there is one; for the side of evil; there are nine; for the side of nuetrality; there is but one dreadful choice.

The Emperor supports both Law and Good. I shall not name the others as you have not earned the right to know their names; nor have you the power to safeguard that knowledge.

Llvenoc wrote:
Looking at the Oracle, and trying to judge the responses from those around me, as I begin to speak slowly. Sense Motive d20 18+3=21 You spoke wonderfully, and my heart did leap at its telling. Though I do have my questions. The Elfin God who spoke did not speak for all elves. Nor did the few Human Gods speak for all humans. You said so yourself you would pick a better alternative if one could be found for Emperor. Are there not others who wish the same? I know I am young. I do not have the training necessary to hold such an item. But one can learn. So how does one get such instruction? Where must one go? He cannot be the only choice we have. There must be options. Others. My voice is firm and clear. No sound of doubt or fear.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

Acorn looks up at the party from her attempted comfort of the Oracle; she has a flinty, unreadable stare of contempt for all.

Astinos wrote:

Astinos doesn't try to hide the narrowing of his eyes. You realize that that single comment has ensured that he will be watching you very closely from now on.

He looks to Acorn for her reaction but remains silent.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

if I missed anything; repost the question without all the reply and comment stuff added in so I can see it easily; thanks.


Male Drow 5th lvl Fighter/2 Order of the Bow (Crossbow) Initiate

Thank you Wise Oracle. I will have to see how I can safeguard this knowledge before it can be given with trust. Know I wish to aid the one the stands alone. Good can not fade from this world. I there a way to increase the number who decides for Good?


Male Human (Egyptian) Dragonfire Adept 2/ Draconic ECL 1/ Duskblade 2

1. “What guidance can you give onto me so that I may better serve the Roman Prince. What knowledge may I pass onto him so that he may strike a decisive blow against the dark lord he opposes?”


2. “This dark lord is the great uncle of the Roman Prince and believed to be a Lich or a Death Knight, but it has been difficult in obtaining such information about this dark ones nature, as I believe those whom have learned the truth have never lived to speak of it.”

“While such knowledge may seem trivial in the face of all we are faced with, it would give us more insight about our enemy.”


3. “I believe we’ve encounter one of our enemies shortly before we were called to your presence, would you know what I speak of?”


4. “As it is known that the Cabal of undead wish to blot out the sun, how is it best to use their own zeal against them? I believe if we can separate them, it will make dealing with them much easier and thus weakening them all as a whole. It is the very same age old practice that these horsemen have taken in slaying the gods. What lure could we use to accomplish this?”


5. “What must be done to have the seal of the Old Ones restored?”


6. “I would also ask if you may shed some light on some other events which I’ve recently learned of”, Zuberi then repeats what he had learned from Caledon about the titanic event which shook the earth and darken the sky and so forth...

“What can you tell us of the two Titans whom journeyed toward the Valley of the Ancients, and what lies within this Valley. Could there be something that lies within that could aid our cause? Or was there something there which they’ve already claimed?”


7. “What of this madness of the emperors joy at the death of the deities of mankind?”


8. “By what acts can we cause the greater gods to take a more active role to prevent any of the lesser gods from being slain or in bearing some might against this destroyer?”


9. “there is one other matter at hand Priestess, and if fitting I would ask it of you as well. There is one named Achilles whom Aeneaus has previously sent a group of adventures to find. I would ask for what purpose does Aeneaus seek him, and what impending doom has caused him to go into hiding?”


Though not a question per se, I’m sure there would be some reaction to what Zuberi said.

Zuberi then glances over to Acorn as he believes the deific child is Acorn and possibly the hero Achilles as well.

Zuberi waits but a moment then slowly stands as if performing some spiritual ritual and looks directly at Acorn. He places an outstretched arm to her and says

“Come with us and let us be your guide. Through our diverse group and our experiences you will learn true love, honor, friendship, and all of those things of creation that sentient races seek that are worthwhile. That and even more of which the Priestess has asked of us.”

Zuberi had made sure to repeat the Priestess words to show that he had indeed heard and understood the meaning behind them


Valegrim wrote:
wow; terrible roll; but it happens; you have a thought you heard something once about this; but can't remember what; irritating; but, you may reroll if you speak to another historian or get more information.

10. Zuberi would have inquired to the Orcale about this as well.


Female Kalashtar (Eberon Campaign Setting p. 16) Psion 6 (7 when imp is within one mile)
Valegrim wrote:

the bard looks you in the eyes; deeply, you find it a bit disturbing at the sheer wild intimacy of his stare. "I hear you; I hear your need without lust or woe; only the need of a pure heart." he takes a out a black knife; it looks like chipped glass (you may roll if you have any skills about weaponmaking or stonework); it cuts along his arm about a 6 inch cut; it begins to bleed; it mingles with the leather, furs and bones he wears; it begins to drip; he holds it out to you while chanting something under his breath.

What do you do?

Looking gratefully at the bard, Namaste will pull out a simple dagger and hold it under the dripping blood to catch it (unless the bard is actually offering his own blade for the rite). When the blade (whether hers or the bard's) is sufficiently bloodied, she will take a deep breath, praying silently that this is not a trick or a trap, steel herself against the pain, and plunge the blade into the palm of her hand.


Welcome back Vale!

Kemnebi looks between the dark elf, the holy warrior, the Oracle, and the warrior Elf who comforts the Oracle and now gazes flinty-eyed at the entire group. HE sees the tension that has suddenly appeared, but isn't quite sure where it came from.

'DId I miss something here?!?' He quietly asks his familiar, noting idly that the feline seemed mildly distracted.

'Constantly.' was the bemused reply. His familiar being characteristically closed-mouthed about anything that might be helpful.

The cat-faced youth bites his tongue, waiting for the tension to dissipate while he mulls over his own questions in his head.

'The oracle seems most willing to engage in casual conversation Hathor.' He speaks softly to his familiar in their secret language.
'But I think for the really important things, you only get one shot. I want to phrase it right. Or at least make sure I'm asking the right question,...'

HE wants to ask about his future, or his 'destiny'. But he doesn't really believe in destiny. BU he DOES believe in the power of the god's,... SO, he;s a little confused right now,...


Male Changeling (looking like an Elf) 5 Rogue 1 Fighter

Well I then head back to the oracles chambers (or where we where told to wate) to awate the others to return.


M Human (Greek) Paladin of Athena 5 7/ Knight of Athens 4 6

Astinos looks directly at the Oracle and his voice is as hard as diamond. "Who must die in order to ensure the continued survival of Good in this world?"


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

the Oracle looks deep into your souls; do you really seek to work for Good? There are many who believe they know good from those in the heavons to those on the earth and even those beneath the earth; I will not tell you what good is and what good is not; I will tell you this instead as I am a true Oracle and I stand for neither side and both sides.

a strange aura envelops her; one of great divine power; dark swirls envelope encircle her like the spanning arms of galaxies.(Truely it is a bit frightening, Acorn steps back from her a few feet; but does not seem nervous.

"In the North stands the Judge; he stands alone and works for All and for None; with him is his sword to evict us from continuance in the multiverse. He stands to watch our struggle with the Error of Creation; never defeated; yet put in slumber and held by the combined might of dieties current and past; yet these dieties are the essence of our hopes and dreams made in true symbol; they in turn created the twelve disks to bind the Old Ones in slumber. It has been foretold that at their descruction the Old One will shake off their chains of slumber and once again be masters of all they purvey. Many of the these disks have been broken and the Old Ones now dream in our dreams; several of the disks are in the hands of those who would destroy them and awaken The Sleepers. The guardians of the disks have been killed; hounded, and nearly wiped out; but as foretold; their strength has been restored and a great hero now leads them to regain the current disks; understand this mortals all; the disks are the believe of mortal will; thus; guard your dreams, guard your passions all; know yea that the Old Ones desire stimulation of all kinds; thus great fear; great lust; great desire for any mortal stimulation is their food; thus you look upon the world and see demons and all their like; all agents of the old ones; thus this temple was created the first tablet of knowledge since the ancient battle to put the Old Ones in Slumber; The Triumvate here in Greece and Romana remember them; Zues; Neptune and Pluto; they fought in that ancient war; thus, they have chosen you to task. You are to be the wolf in the fold of the enemies sheep; you will hamstring the enemy while they watch elsewhere; you will be the tool of DARK, LIGHT, and GREY and stab at their overbreaming pride. But hear this too; guard well your dreams; your desires; and know your place and roll; for the enemy will learn of you; they will come for you; but they are old; they are wise; they will seek your weakness and give you your hearts desire unto your utter destruction.

The great devine power leaves her.

It is not the number of the armies that is of import in this war; it is the strength of will; the strength of personality; the strength of that essence that inspires men to act. Hope, Love, Peace, Wealth, these things can save you; but these things can also destroy you. Soon you will go into the Necropolis, but remember this; the greatest enemy you take with you is inside you already; the greatest ally you take with you is the strength purpose you are already building. You have been marked and chosen by powers on high; worry not about anything but your tasks; I tell you now; you may eat the food and drink you have with you for there is no need for you at present to pass the Veil of Life; but if you do; it will be not safe to eat or drink.

the time of greatest blessing is soon upon us; ask what questions you have left that I may answer and thus you can go in the heart of darkness hidden from your enemies.

Llvenoc wrote:
Thank you Wise Oracle. I will have to see how I can safeguard this knowledge before it can be given with trust. Know I wish to aid the one the stands alone. Good can not fade from this world. I there a way to increase the number who decides for Good?


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD
Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:

1. “What guidance can you give onto me so that I may better serve the Roman Prince. What knowledge may I pass onto him so that he may strike a decisive blow against the dark lord he opposes?”

He needs naught but encouragement that he is doing the right thing; so many look to him and he is the source of their hopes and dreams; this alone is very dangerous, he needs to be encouraged in both his task; but also to be selfless and humble; thus was it encouraged since the forefathers of Romulous and Remus, that a great man retire from the public eye after his time of greatness, that he advise others who rise in greatness and show the cycle of life is not complete with heroic deeds.


2. “This dark lord is the great uncle of the Roman Prince and believed to be a Lich or a Death Knight, but it has been difficult in obtaining such information about this dark ones nature, as I believe those whom have learned the truth have never lived to speak of it.”

“While such knowledge may seem trivial in the face of all we are faced with, it would give us more insight about our enemy.”

Be not distracted Knight; he is not your task; to meet him will end you, is it not enough in your heart to save a Goddess, strike at the Serpents Lair by taking from them the Disk of Slumber they stole and seek to destroy, Awaken a Child of Destiny and set him upon a path of growth? Have faith child; for none can die in this realm that the Dark God Pluto does not know; and the Prince is his tool as well; your prince will be well girded for battle when the time comes.

3. “I believe we’ve encounter one of our enemies shortly before we were called to your presence, would you know what I speak of?”

of course; I turn non away who seek the Truth; even the snakes wonder about their enemies; some have questions; but unlike mammals very few of these question their deeds for they are creatures of instinct.

4. “As it is known that the Cabal of undead wish to blot out the sun, how is it best to use their own zeal against them? I believe if we can separate them, it will make dealing with them much easier and thus weakening them all as a whole. It is the very same age old practice that these horsemen have taken in slaying the gods. What lure could we use to accomplish this?”

You are the lure my ally; the plan is the hook and great is the fisherman; be like the worm and wiggle to get their attention; thus they will not see the great net that scoops them up. Here me; your enemy is proud; having been a great hero in life; he is thus stuck in the pride of heroism and has been for a very long time; thus; in pride he does not guard well his treasures; thus you will prick his pride and deflate his ego; start the crumbling of his empire; and thus the Prince you serve will see the opening and be ready to vanquish this enemy; you are the vanguard; do your job well and the enemy will be undone; fail; and humanity fails on this continent.

5. “What must be done to have the seal of the Old Ones restored?”
Thus I am forbidden to say; you must seek a priest of Dumathion; Kojan Thunderfoot is the greates of these; seek him or his order; but remember this; with those priests; all words fail.


6. “I would also ask if you may shed some light on some other events which I’ve recently learned of”, Zuberi then repeats what he had learned from Caledon about the titanic event which shook the earth and darken the sky and so forth...

I was there to witness the event, but that is a story for another time; that chapter is not yet to be written in the story that is your life, soon perhaps.

“What can you tell us of the two Titans whom journeyed toward the Valley of the Ancients, and what lies within this Valley. Could there be something that lies within that could aid our cause? Or was there something there which they’ve already claimed?”

Guard well your thoughts here; those are primal gods of chaos; old allies of Slumbering Enemy not caught as well in the Chains of Slumber. You wish to know of the Valley; you have not enough life in your frame for those stories; seek you knowledge of the Valley of ancients; ask and elf or dwarf; but do it politely; no human save the Finn now that story; but know yea this; that is the place of the ancient war between elf and dwarf after the Orb was stolen and the Emperor was assassinated and Crown Prince Sebastion was kidnapped; all side blamed the other; thus the work of Lolth; a war of power occurred of such scale that races where sundered; some blotted out; many corrupted changed; morn you not the Ogier?


7. “What of this madness of the emperors joy at the death of the deities of mankind?”

hehe that is a question best asked served with wine, bread, cheese and much time; thus you have none of these things; return heroics and these questions can be answered.

8. “By what acts can we cause the greater gods to take a more active role to prevent any of the lesser gods from being slain or in...

The gods of humans; if you wish to serve them, all seek the same thing; devotion; seek them and they will instruct you; you will be thier tool and created in their image; I advise that if you do this; you pick one like yourself; meditate upon this and you will grow greatly in knowledge; this is the prime source of Sebastions arguement with the Gods.


Kemnebi takes a few steps back as the Oracle manifests he power. HE watches the swirling arms of the galaxy with stars in his own eyes. BUt he frowns as the Oracle warns that his own desires could be used against him.

'I don't even know what my own desires ARE Hathor! How am I supposed to guard against them?!? HE wails to his familiar in their private language.

And for as moment, when he thinks no one is looking at him, he looks like the frightened teenage boy he wants to be, and not an archmage in training. There is a brief flurry of movement, and his familiar bats his cheek, and then rubs it, purring. Kemnebi's face resettles into it's usual stoic feline features.

He muses silently, arranging his own thoughts, as the oracle patiently answers the waterfall of questions from the warrior. When they are done, he steps forward, head bowed.

HE gazes out of eyes that are once more calm as he faces the Oracle.

"You will not tell us what is 'good' or 'evil', and I bow to your wisdom in that. You warn us to follow our own hearts, but warn that our greatest desires can also be used against us. I have burning questions regarding what I have been told about my own future, but I do not believe in Destiny. I believe that a man's fate is in his own hands. And yet our fates now seem to intertwine with those of all humanoid kind! We must be bold, and yet very careful,..."

"That leaves me with only one question,... How do I determine MY best path? And how do I determine if the best path for ME is also the best for the rest of the world?"


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

The bard will offer you the dagger; the blood runs down his arms down his fingers and drips to the ground; the dagger he hands you is bloody; he is still mumbling something....

As you take the dagger and plung it into your hand; the vision of your friend clarifies; so much so you can smell, taste; feel; see, hear; is it through his eyes or yours; you are not sure; you feel your two minds merge in a way you have not felt before; like your close yet far away; open yet behind wall after wall.

you open you eyes or perhaps your mind; you see your friend sittin on a stone floor; the floor is black and somewhat putrid; it comes to your realiation that the floor is black from the pain and suffering of those that have stayed in this place; the pychic trauma here would be intense were it not for all the walls built into this link; is it eons of blood; vomit; waste and suffering or all new tramatic excretions of your freind; you fear to know.

you friend looks at you; relief in his eyes; almost estatic relief; you see a small bluish demon on his shoulder; its hind claws dug deeply into his bleeding shoulder; the foreclaws of this small batwings creature are dug into each of his temples; the small bottle nosed demon lears at you, but its eyes are not its own.

You friend speaks.

I have learned much; I wish to show you something; it will cost both of us; all knowledge has a price; but this is worth it; this you should know; that you know and can carry forth the knowledge of why our people are trapped. Do you wish this knowledge? It will hurt; it may drive you mad; it may kill you if your mind is not strong enough; it will be horrific; you will never forget it; not ever; you will remember what I show you in absolute clarity all days of your life; but it is needful; I do not ask this lightly.

There is a war; this war here is ancient; devil against demon; there is something here the Devils fear; I will show it to you and explain what you see; do you accept?

Namaste wrote:
Valegrim wrote:

the bard looks you in the eyes; deeply, you find it a bit disturbing at the sheer wild intimacy of his stare. "I hear you; I hear your need without lust or woe; only the need of a pure heart." he takes a out a black knife; it looks like chipped glass (you may roll if you have any skills about weaponmaking or stonework); it cuts along his arm about a 6 inch cut; it begins to bleed; it mingles with the leather, furs and bones he wears; it begins to drip; he holds it out to you while chanting something under his breath.

What do you do?

Looking gratefully at the bard, Namaste will pull out a simple dagger and hold it under the dripping blood to catch it (unless the bard is actually offering his own blade for the rite). When the blade (whether hers or the bard's) is sufficiently bloodied, she will take a deep breath, praying silently that this is not a trick or a trap, steel herself against the pain, and plunge the blade into the palm of her hand.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

hehe; just as as person of his experience would be; :)

Kemnebi 'Djal Ibenbast' wrote:

Welcome back Vale!

Kemnebi looks between the dark elf, the holy warrior, the Oracle, and the warrior Elf who comforts the Oracle and now gazes flinty-eyed at the entire group. HE sees the tension that has suddenly appeared, but isn't quite sure where it came from.

'DId I miss something here?!?' He quietly asks his familiar, noting idly that the feline seemed mildly distracted.

'Constantly.' was the bemused reply. His familiar being characteristically closed-mouthed about anything that might be helpful.

The cat-faced youth bites his tongue, waiting for the tension to dissipate while he mulls over his own questions in his head.

'The oracle seems most willing to engage in casual conversation Hathor.' He speaks softly to his familiar in their secret language.
'But I think for the really important things, you only get one shot. I want to phrase it right. Or at least make sure I'm asking the right question,...'

HE wants to ask about his future, or his 'destiny'. But he doesn't really believe in destiny. BU he DOES believe in the power of the god's,... SO, he;s a little confused right now,...


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

Caledon approaches you; (look back for his description)

Are you from the Southern Continent; sent by Priest Balinor to aide the Prince? You have the look of they whom I search for; but where are the others if you be he?

We had heard your ship was off course; and many were sent to find you; are you they?

about 6 feet behind him you see a Finnish Bard and a person talking; he cuts himself then hands here the obsidian blade; she plunges it into her hand; you expect welling blood; but strangly none flows from the wound.

ThoronHen wrote:
Well I then head back to the oracles chambers (or where we where told to wate) to awate the others to return.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

that depends upon your perspective and whom you follow; as a prophetess; I can only see paths that will be likely with an events occurance; I do not order deaths nor direct actions; I inform; others must choose to act or not act upon that which they seek as answers.

had you asked diffentely; your answers would be diffent; thus the path you would have chosen would be different and all paths would shift; thus the future is always shifting.

Consider your words; is taking a life Good; will those who watch you kill; will they learn Good through the act of killing as you would?

If you wish Good to survive; be Good that others might emulate it.
I know not such concepts as to directly serve Good or Evil is not my calling; perhaps a priest of your order could answer you. I can only warn you against rigid dogma for all I have known in life seems to agree that intolerance is great soil for the seeds of evil.

Astinos wrote:
Astinos looks directly at the Oracle and his voice is as hard as diamond. "Who must die in order to ensure the continued survival of Good in this world?"


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

Again; this question is centered in Morality; thus I can say to you. The fate of many things you may consider pre determined; thus the sun will rise tomorrow; but it may not always be so. A man's fate is not in his own hands; but written into the pattern of the tapestry of life; thus you can not choose what tests will come upon you nor can you choose whom you will meet nor many other things; but you have free will to choose how to meet the tests and how to interact with those you meet; thus how you live out your life colors the threads of your tapestry and those whose threads interact with yours as your actions can color their actions and so on; those who are heroes often affect a great many threads; even color entire sections of history. Thus; free will intertwines with fate as long as the spools of history unwind.

Kemnebi 'Djal Ibenbast' wrote:

Kemnebi takes a few steps back as the Oracle manifests he power. HE watches the swirling arms of the galaxy with stars in his own eyes. BUt he frowns as the Oracle warns that his own desires could be used against him.

'I don't even know what my own desires ARE Hathor! How am I supposed to guard against them?!? HE wails to his familiar in their private language.

And for as moment, when he thinks no one is looking at him, he looks like the frightened teenage boy he wants to be, and not an archmage in training. There is a brief flurry of movement, and his familiar bats his cheek, and then rubs it, purring. Kemnebi's face resettles into it's usual stoic feline features.

He muses silently, arranging his own thoughts, as the oracle patiently answers the waterfall of questions from the warrior. When they are done, he steps forward, head bowed.

HE gazes out of eyes that are once more calm as he faces the Oracle.

"You will not tell us what is 'good' or 'evil', and I bow to your wisdom in that. You warn us to follow our own hearts, but warn that our greatest desires can also be used against us. I have burning questions regarding what I have been told about my own future, but I do not believe in Destiny. I believe that a man's fate is in his own hands. And yet our fates now seem to intertwine with those of all humanoid kind! We must be bold, and yet very careful,..."

"That leaves me with only one question,... How do I determine MY best path? And how do I determine if the best path for ME is also the best for the rest of the world?"


Male Human (Egyptian) Dragonfire Adept 2/ Draconic ECL 1/ Duskblade 2

Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:

9. “there is one other matter at hand Priestess, and if fitting I would ask it of you as well. There is one named Achilles whom Aeneaus has previously sent a group of adventures to find. I would ask for what purpose does Aeneaus seek him, and what impending doom has caused him to go into hiding?”


Though not a question per se, I’m sure there would be some reaction to what Zuberi said below.

Zuberi then glances over to Acorn as he believes the deific child is Acorn and possibly the hero Achilles as well.

Zuberi waits but a moment then slowly stands as if performing some spiritual ritual and looks directly at Acorn. He places an outstretched arm to her and says

“Come with us and let us be your guide. Through our diverse group and our experiences you will learn true love, honor, friendship, and all of those things of creation that sentient races seek that are worthwhile. That and even more of which the Priestess has asked of us.”

Zuberi had made sure to repeat the Priestess words to show that he had indeed heard and understood the meaning behind them


Valegrim wrote:
wow; terrible roll; but it happens; you have a thought you heard something once about this; but can't remember what; irritating; but, you may reroll if you speak to another historian or get more information.

10. Zuberi would have inquired to the Orcale about the above as well.

waiting for reply on the above 3 items


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD
Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:
Zuberi Ra-Amon wrote:

9. “there is one other matter at hand Priestess, and if fitting I would ask it of you as well. There is one named Achilles whom Aeneaus has previously sent a group of adventures to find. I would ask for what purpose does Aeneaus seek him, and what impending doom has caused him to go into hiding?”

Aeneaus wants him to fight as he has been a great hero; yet he tires of war and his mother fears for his life as foretold as his doom; so she seeks to hide him thus. he chooses at this moment not to fight lest his mother's wrathful curse seek him.


Though not a question per se, I’m sure there would be some reaction to what Zuberi said below.

Zuberi then glances over to Acorn as he believes the deific child is Acorn and possibly the hero Achilles as well.

Zuberi waits but a moment then slowly stands as if performing some spiritual ritual and looks directly at Acorn. He places an outstretched arm to her and says

“Come with us and let us be your guide. Through our diverse group and our experiences you will learn true love, honor, friendship, and all of those things of creation that sentient races seek that are worthwhile. That and even more of which the Priestess has asked of us.”

The Oracle says; Acorn is mine for now; she serves me and cannot go.

Zuberi had made sure to repeat the Priestess words to show that he had indeed heard and understood the meaning behind them


Valegrim wrote:
wow; terrible roll; but it happens; you have a thought you heard something once about this; but can't remember what; irritating; but, you may reroll if you speak to another historian or get more information.

10. Zuberi would have inquired to the Orcale about the above as well.

waiting for reply on the above 3 items

not sure what the three questions are; but commented on the two I found.


Kemnebi listens intently to the Oracle's words. COnfusion briefly flickers across his features, then resolution. HE bows deeply to the Oracle.

"I thank you for your words. FOr I know they are true. I thank you for your kindness and counsel."

His familiar looks at Kemnebi, as something in his tone or manner surprised her. KEmnebi seems oblivious to this as he steps back and looks to the others.
"I have asked my question. I am prepared. IF the good Oracle suggest that we should head out sooner rather than wait, I am inclined to take her advice. Whenever you are ready."

HE then steps aside and leans on his ornate staff, obviously musing the Oracle's words.

I'm good. I can't think of anything else that the newcomer would think to ask right now.


Male Efreeti, advanced manthing 45HD

The Oracle states; if that is all; go back and meet with Caledon; and he will lead you down the path; I shall meet you there prepared and grant blessing to all who are with you; fare thee well.

(any remaining questions can still be asked and answered for a bit; I would just like to get the party collected and movingL

GM- the Blessing Mercury gave you guys is a luck bonus; so each of you that was in the proximity of Mercury when he arbitrated have his blessing; each of you roll a d6 and post the number; thanks.


Male Drow 5th lvl Fighter/2 Order of the Bow (Crossbow) Initiate

d6 roll=2 I bow respectfully to the Oracle, and take my leave. I head back down to where Namaste, Caledon, and the Fey are.

Val

Spoiler:
I also take my leave so that the ones that remain can ask there questions freely. It is clear they are not all comfortable with my presence.


M Human (Greek) Paladin of Athena 5 7/ Knight of Athens 4 6

6

Astinos wait for the others and joins Caledon.

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